Orange Vanilla Milkshake

Oct 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream and pure vanilla extract with fresh orange juice for a bright citrus twist.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ medium (30.0 ml)orange, juiced (about 2 tbsp juice)
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, vanilla ice cream, pure vanilla extract, and freshly squeezed orange juice to a blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency and add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tablespoons whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best citrus flavor. You can substitute with store-bought orange juice if fresh oranges aren’t available.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make orange vanilla milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make orange vanilla milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream and pure vanilla extract with fresh orange juice for a bright citrus twist.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

661 Calories / serving

34.8g Fat

73.6g Carbs

13.7g Protein

65.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~661 cal · 35g fat · 74g carbs · 14g protein · 65g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 661 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 125 min·7.3 mi·~14650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 90 min·4.5 mi·~9000 steps
Moderate cycling 67 min·13.4 mi
Swimming laps 93 min
Jogging 65 min·5.4 mi·~10400 steps
Stair climbing 61 min·~5500 steps
Dancing 107 min
Bodyweight circuit training 67 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 153 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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